Legal Officer at Hope Microcredit Company Limited

Job description

Legal Officer Organization Hope Microcredit Location Tanzania Important dates Posted: August 5, 2026 Application deadline: August 31, 2026 About Hope Microcredit Hope Microcredit is a fast-growing financial institution committed to providing accessible and innovative financial services that empower individuals, entrepreneurs, and communities across Tanzania. The organization is seeking competent, ethical, and results-oriented Legal Officers to strengthen its legal and compliance functions across regional operations. Key responsibilities The Legal Officer will: Provide legal advice and guidance to regional management and staff. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and compliance requirements. Manage legal disputes, debt recovery, and litigation matters, working with external advocates where necessary. Liaise with regulatory authorities, courts, government institutions, and other relevant stakeholders. Support loan recovery activities through appropriate legal enforcement procedures. Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the microfinance sector. Conduct legal awareness training for staff. Prepare legal reports and maintain accurate legal records. Open court cases and follow up on their progress. Qualifications and experience Applicants must have: A Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) from a recognized institution. At least one year of relevant experience in legal practice, banking, microfinance, or corporate legal services. Sound knowledge of Tanzanian laws, contract law, debt recovery procedures, and regulatory compliance. Excellent analytical, negotiation, legal drafting, and communication skills. A high level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Willingness to work in any assigned region outside Dar es Salaam. Admission to the Bar and possession of a valid Practicing Certificate will be an added advantage. Key competencies The successful candidate should demonstrate: Strong legal research and analytical skills. Excellent report-writing and documentation abilities. The ability to work independently and under pressure. Good interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.